§ 18-403. Religious exemption

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   (a) In general. -- Unless the Secretary declares an emergency or disease epidemic, the Department may not require the immunization of an individual if:

   (1) The individual objects to immunization because it conflicts with the individual's bona fide religious beliefs and practices; or

   (2) The individual is a minor and the individual's parent or guardian objects to immunization because it conflicts with the parent or guardian's bona fide religious beliefs and practices.

(b) Rules and regulations. -- The Secretary shall adopt rules and regulations for religious exemptions under this section.

(c) Reports. -- Repealed.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 43, § 81A; 1982, ch. 21, § 2; 1983, ch. 188; 1985, ch. 10, § 3; ch. 253; 1987, ch. 54; 1991, ch. 55, § 6; 1992, ch. 432.

                    
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